Located on the V&A Waterfront, this chic hotel offers free Wi-Fi and an outdoor swimming pool with terrace. Guests can benefit from 24-hour room service. Guest rooms of The Portswood are decorated in a maritime style and offer air conditioning and satellite TV. Each room has an en-suite bathroom with a shower and some of them also have a bath. A rich breakfast is served daily. The poolside terrace offers a charming setting for a light snack or drink. Guests can also visit the Quarterdeck Restaurant with its Indian cuisine and Cape Malay decorations. The cocktail bar is available for drinks. The Portswood Hotel is situated 3 km from the city centre and 25 km from Cape Town International Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Leila
    South Africa South Africa
    Excellent location , good breakfast , very helpful and friendly staff
  • Juergen
    Germany Germany
    Located 2nd line to the Waterfront (which makes it a calm location), only 2 min and you reach the waterfront and all its offerings e.g. restaurants, bus stop (Hop On/Off), Aquarium etc. Nice pool to refresh, great breakfast with plenty of options...
  • Peter
    South Africa South Africa
    Position, walk easily to water front, looked after luggage on vacating .

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Quarter Kitchen
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of The Portswood Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs ZAR 75 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 16:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted The Portswood Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

FAQs about The Portswood Hotel

  • The Portswood Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Quarter Kitchen

  • The Portswood Hotel is 1.3 miles from the centre of Cape Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Portswood Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at The Portswood Hotel include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Studio
    • Suite

  • Check-in at The Portswood Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Portswood Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Movie nights
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Bike tours
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour